Medical Review of CPT 74177—CT of Abdoment and Pelvis with Contrast

The following information appeared on NGS Medicare.

In an effort to reduce the Part B CERT error rate, the NGS Medical Review Department is conducting a service specific post payment review of CPT code 74177 (Computed Tomography, Abdomen and Pelvis; with Contrast Materials). The NGS site not only lists the areas of primary focus for auditing, but outlines the claims review selection and criteria for the reviews. Additionally, NGS has a long list of the specific post payment reviews that are highlighted by the payer.

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